2025 Audi Q8

There are lots of choices among the cheaper-to-buy-and-drive mid-size SUVs that, when properly configured, can safely tow at least 5,000 pounds.

Of 30 vehicles subject to the new test in the agency’s latest front crash evaluation, 22 rated good or acceptable.

After its last round of testing for the year, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has awarded 19 vehicles Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ status.

Traffic-sign recognition is now standard across the Q8 lineup, and the LED Interior Lighting Package Plus is now standard on every SQ8.